All eyes turned to the pitch at the Stade des Martyrs de la Pentecôte on 23 November 2024, as the Eagles of Congo took on DCMP in an electrifying match. The Eagles made short work of their opponents with a resounding 4-1 victory, a performance that marked a turning point in their journey to the play-offs.
From the kick-off, the intensity was palpable on the pitch, with each team struggling to impose their game. However, it was the Eagles who shone late in the first half, with Marcel Mapumba’s masterful opener in the 41st minute. The first half therefore ended on a positive note for the Eagles, but DCMP did not have its last word.
Upon returning from the locker room, DCMP immediately responded with a penalty goal scored by Béni Katoyi, thus levelling the score. However, the Eagles’ determination was unwavering, and they quickly regained the lead through Kelvin Bileko in the 59th minute. Matobo Mubalu and his teammates’ surge culminated in Linda Mtange’s goal in the 69th minute, making the score 1-3 in favor of the Eagles. The coup de grace came from Kikwama Mujinga with 5 minutes to go, sealing the Samurai’s resounding victory.
This match was an opportunity for the Eagles of Congo to show the full extent of their talent and determination. With this convincing victory, the team now has 10 points in the standings, moving level with their rivals of the day, DCMP. This remarkable performance puts the Eagles in a favorable position for the rest of the championship and reinforces their status as serious contenders for the play-offs.
Ultimately, the meeting between the Eagles of Congo and the DCMP will remain etched in memories as a highlight of the season, where passion, suspense and talent combined to offer an unforgettable spectacle to the supporters present at the Stade des Martyrs de la Pentecôte.